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Nebraska pro-Israel community to hold state-wide activism conference on Oct. 16 Hundreds of activists and community leaders from around the state will gather in Omaha, Oct. 16, for the Nebraska pro-Israel political activism workshop, "Turning Point: Nebraska, Politics, and Peace." The worftshop, sponsored by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), the AntiDefamation League/Community Relations Committee of Omaha, and the Jewish Federations of Omaha and Lincoln, will be the first and largest event of its kind to be held in Nebraska, the announcement stated. It will feature topical experts, Nebraska Governor Ben Nelson, members of Nebraska's congressional delegation, including Senator Jim Exon, Senator Bob Kerrey, and Representative Peter Hoagland, as well as other state and local elected offidals. "This unique and exciting conference will bring together leaders and activists from all over the 'State. It is an event you shouldn't miss" said Harlan Noddle who is co-chairing the conference. Taking place during this historic time for Israel and the Middle East, the conference will include briefings by key Israeli officials and prominent political experts, such as Giora Romm, defense and armed forces attache for the Embassy of Israel, who will speak on the U.S.-Israel strategic relationship. Interactive workshops will be held on the peace process, lobbying Congress, opportunities for economic cooperation in Israel, and media activism. Participants will also engage in hands-on train'ing seminars designed to enhance their involve,ment with grassroots political activism. There will be a breakout session on political activism with both Nebraska Democratic State Chair Joe Bataillon and Nebraska Republican State Chair Jerry Schenken.
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"I encourage all newly involved and long-time activists to participate in the conference. It promises to be an excellent opportunity to get involved with pro-Israel activism, at this critical time" said Noddle.
Creighton honors Dr. Menachem Mor
r. Menachem Mor was recently honored by friends and colleagues at a dinner hosted by the Rev. Michael Protera, S.J., Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences of Creighton University. Dr. Mor was presented with a certificate making him an honorary alumnus of Creighton. In making the presentation to Dr. Mor, retiring holder of the Philip M. and Ethel Klutznick Chair in Jewish Civilization for the past seven years. Rev. Protera said "Dr. Mor has enhanced the warm bond of friendship that goes back many years between Creighton University and Omaha's Jewish community." Rev. Protera spoke of Dr. Mor's most visible accomplishment, the annual Klutznick Symposium, which was just completed last week-end, and praised Dr. Mor's leadership, sensitivity and tireless eflbrta as a fitting tribute to the Klutznicks. Dr. Mor returns to Israel this week where he will serve as chairman of the Department of Jewish History at Haifa University. He joins his family Devorah, Carmet and Amir in Haifa. The Mor's son, Alon, serves as youth director at the JCC.
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Sen. Bob Kerrey meets with Nebraskans, Bob Kully, Tom Fellman, Harlan Noddle and others on Capitol HiU to diaeu— matt«r»dealing with Israel.
From left. Dr. Menachem Mor, The Rev. Michael Morrison, S.J., president, Creighton University, and the Rev. Michael Protera. See symposium coverage on page 8.
Temple Israel selects Rabbi Bookman for Scholar-ln-Residence program
^^bbi Terry A. Bookman of Congregation Sinai, Fox Point, Wis., will be Temple Israel's Scholar-InResidence the weekend of Oct. 14-16. The weekend will begin on Friday, Oct 14, with 8:16 p.m. Shabbat services when Rabbi Bookman will tpeak on 'Finding Ood in the Pew, On the Road, And la Your Home: The Power of Prayer,*
He also will speak at tlie Simcha b'Shabbat service in the Chapel examining Ten Spiritual Paths to Jewish Worship," including chanting, movement, meditation and niggun. At a Shabbat afternoon retreat with Hnvdullah, he will lead the text study concerning 'Serving God with All Our HearU?: Why Jews Don't Pray and What We Can Do About It'
The conference will be held at the Georgetowne Club from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. The registration fee, which includes a kosher breakfast and lunch, is $25 for adults, $18 for students.
Cheryl Cooper to receive Planned Parenthood award Planned Parenthood of Omaha-Council Bluffs will bestow the Curtis T. Todd, M.D., Outstanding Volunteer Award to Cheryl Cooper during the organization's 59th annual dinner Monday, Oct. 17, at Highland Country Club. "Cheryl is a true volunteer," said Timothy V. Haight, PPOCB board president. 'She is a worker, a supporter, a leader and a visionary in pursuit of a goal. And we are grateful that Cheryl's goal is comprehensive, affordable family planning services and education for all members of our community." During the past seven years, Ms. Cooper has been an active volunteer and leader with the Friends of Planned Parenthood, an auxiliary group that supports PPOCB through community and fund-raising activities. She served on the Friends Board of Directors from 1987 to 1993, leading the group as president during 1990-'91 and chairing the Nominating Committee in 1992. , In 1994, she headed the Friends annualj "California Dreomin" benefit, raising a record amount of money and bringing the Friends to a new level of active support. "Cheryl's volunteer accomplishments go beyond just the statistics of dollars raised and hours given,' Mr.Haight said. 'Cheryl has spread her enthusiasm and dedication for Planned Parenthood and family planning throughout the community. Her efforts have yielded an ever-growing band of volunteers and supporters who are actively involved with Planned Parenthood.* In addition to her extensive work with Planned Parenthood, Mi. Cooper sarvM •• an escort at Women* Servioea.